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Public Utilities Analyst Coordinator
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
About the Minnesota Department of Commerce (Commerce)
Commerce protects the public interest through a broad range of regulations and programs. We oversee more than 40 industry areas in Minnesota and license about 250,000 professionals and businesses to ensure that their services and products are fair, accessible, and comply with state laws.
Working together to improve the state we love.
What do Minnesota's State employees have in common?
- A sense of purpose in their work
- Connection with their coworkers and communities
- Opportunities for personal and professional growth
Benefits
As an employee, you'll have access to one of the most affordable health insurance plans in Minnesota, along with other benefits to help you and your family be well.
Your benefits may include:
- Paid vacation and sick leave
- 12 paid holidays each year
- Low-cost medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- Fertility care, including IVF
- Diabetes care
- Dental and orthodontic care for adults and children
- 6 weeks paid leave for parents of newborn or newly adopted children
- Pension plan that provides income when you retire (after working at least three years)
- Employer paid life insurance to provide support for your family in the event of death
- Short-term and long-term disability insurance that can provide income if you are unable to work due to illness or injury
- Tax-free expense accounts for health, dental, and dependent care
- Resources that provide support and promote physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being
Support to help you reach your career goals:
- Training, classes, and professional development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program (Some positions may qualify for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program. For more information, visit the Federal Student Aid website at studentaid.gov)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for work/life support:
- A voluntary confidential program that helps employees and their families with life challenges that may impact overall health, personal well-being, or job performance
- Common sources of stress can be addressed through the EAP: mental health, relationship challenges (personal and work), grief and loss, finances, and legal issues
- Daily Living/Convenience Services: Chore services, home repair, trip planning, child/elder care
Programs, resources and benefits eligibility varies based on type of employment, agency, funding availability, union/collective bargaining agreement, location, and length of service with the State of Minnesota.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERS
Minnesota state agencies are equal opportunity, affirmative action, and veteran-friendly employers. State agencies are committed to creating a workforce that reflects the diversity of the state and strongly encourages persons of color and Indigenous communities, members of the LGBTQIA2S+ community, individuals with disabilities, women, and veterans to apply. The varied experiences and perspectives of employees strengthen the work we do together and our ability to best serve Minnesotans.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and disabilities related to pregnancy or childbirth), gender identity, gender expression, marital status, familial status, age, sexual orientation, status regarding public assistance, disability, veteran status or activity in a local Human Rights Commission or any other characteristic protected by law.
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- Salary Range: $37.98 - $56.50 / hourly; $79,302 - $117,972 / annually
- Classified Status: Classified
- FLSA Status: Exempt - Professional
- Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Commerce Department / Commerce-MAPE
- Division/Unit: Energy Resources / Energy Regulation & Planning/Financial Analysis
- Bargaining Unit/Union: 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
- Work Shift/Work Hours: Day Shift
- Days of Work: Monday - Friday
- Travel Required: No
- Location: St. Paul
- Telework Eligible: Yes
Job Summary
Hybrid work schedule available, up to 50% telework depending on business needs. Telework can be outside of the state of Minnesota if the candidate lives in a state bordering Minnesota and lives 50 miles or less from the primary work location. Primary work location will be the Golden Rule Building in St. Paul.
Internal candidates should contact the Human Resources Representative listed on the job posting with questions.
This position serves as a technical expert and lead for cross-functional complex dockets and issues for staff in the Financial Analysis Unit. This position provides highly technical testimony and written documentation for the Department of Commerce on matters before the Minnesota Public Utilities Commission (MPUC), Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), Regional Transmission Organizations (MISO or SPP), and/or the Minnesota Legislature. This position is responsible for developing work plans and strategies for routine and highly complex and often contested natural gas and electric utility proceedings, which may be in both state and federal jurisdictions. The coordinator serves as technical expert for the agency in one or more of the following areas: MISO/SPP and FERC issues, gas and electric rate cases, rate riders, fuel forecasts and true-ups, service reliability & service quality, demand entitlement, hedging, gas planning and operations, depreciation and decommissioning, rate of return and capital structure. This position is responsible for providing technical guidance, direction and expertise to management and staff in these and other areas related to the most difficult and sensitive cases and dockets.
This position serves as lead staff and will provide coordination and technical lead work to other staff, as well as advise the supervisor and manager about highly complex and technical issues and policies in energy. The position will ensure the agency's testimony and participation in cases before the MPUC, MISO/SPP, and FERC are coordinated so analyses are thorough, complete, consistent, and reflect knowledge of emerging issues. Additionally, keeping up to date with financial MISO/SPP and FERC issues and changes and how they fit into and impact Minnesota rates.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications
Five (5) years of experience performing analysis, exercising judgment, and relying on knowledge in the energy industry.
A Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, Pre-Law, or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of experience.
An Advanced degree in Accounting, Finance, Statistics, Mathematics, Public Policy, Law, or related field is equivalent to eighteen (18) months of experience.
Applicants who meet the above education/experience requirement will be further evaluated based on the following:
- Experience preparing recommendations to decision making bodies (Boards, Commissions, Councils, etc.).
- Experience training and coaching peers.
- Project management experience.
- Skills in technical writing.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Excel, Word, Outlook, and Teams).
Preferred Qualifications
- Participation with contested case proceedings and hearings and preparation of related testimony and adjustments.
- Experience with the regulated gas and electric industries.
- Experience in auditing or taxes.
- Experience working with trade secret or non-public data.
- Experience working on any the following: rate riders, fuel forecasts and tune-ups, service reliability and service quality, demand entitlements, hedging, depreciation and decommissioning, affiliated interest, rate of return and capital structures.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasional moving of articles such as boxes, accounting records, laptop computer, and portable printer.
Additional Requirements
Job offer is contingent upon passing reference checks to verify job-related credentials and a criminal background check prior to appointment.
- Job ID: 88441
- Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
- Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: Yes
Application Details
How to Apply
Select “Apply for Job” at the top of the State's job posting page. If you have questions about applying for jobs, contact the Careers Help Desk at 651-259-3637 or email [email protected]. For additional information about the application process, go to http://www.mn.gov/careers.
Contact
If you have questions about this position, contact Anna Rollinger at [email protected] or 651-539-1860.
To receive consideration as a Connect 700 Program applicant, apply online, email the Job ID#, the Working Title and your valid Proof of Eligibility Certificate by the closing date to Anna Rollinger at [email protected].
